2004 Palatina
Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany
Name Story
Palatina is named for the royal palace 'Aula Palatina' built by Emperor Constantine who encouraged the vineyards in this area to flourish around 300 AD.
Winemaker
Bernward Keiper
Vineyards | Winemaking
From the renowned Scharzhofberger, Kaseler Herrenberg, and Piesporter Goldtröpfchen vineyards. Low-yielding vines in slate soils on intensely sloped terrain. Native yeasts, slow stainless steel fermentation and gravity flow winemaking to protect the purity of the fruit.
Grapes
100% Riesling. Picked: November 1–15, 2004.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Apricot, peach and grapefruit. Taste: Apple and peach with intense mineral notes and an elegant and racy finish.

2003 Palio
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo - Abruzzo, Italy
Name Story
Palio is named for an annual race in the teramo province of Abruzzo where teams compete for a prize by rolling barrels through the streets.
Winemaker
Roberto Cipresso
Vineyards | Winemaking
Hand-picked in small baskets from hillside vineyards that face the Adriatic. Cooling sea breezes temper the hot days and allow for full ripeness and balance. Clay and limestone soils. Temperature-controlled fermentation and aging in oak casks.
Grapes
100% Montepulciano. Picked: October 10–14, 2003.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Blackberry, loganberry and plum with hints of nutmeg and cinnamon. Taste: Blackberry, cherry and wild strawberry.